Averitt Named to Forbes' List of Best Large Employers

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. - Averitt Express was recently named to Forbes magazine's prestigious list of 2019 America's Best Large Employers.

To determine the list, Forbes teamed up with independent market research company Statista to survey 50,000 Americans who are employed by businesses with a workforce of at least 1,000. All surveys were anonymous, and participants were asked how likely they would be to recommend their company to others. They were then asked to nominate companies from industries outside their own.

The final list ranked the top 500 large companies featuring more than 5,000 employees, and the top 500 mid-size companies with workforces of 1,000-5,000.

"We're proud of our team-oriented culture and commitment to delivering outstanding service," said Gary Sasser, Averitt's chairman and chief executive officer. "For nearly 48 years, that has helped us be a leader in the transportation industry. Our associates are the reason recognition like this is possible, and I'm even more excited about the future as we continue to work together to deliver innovative and creative solutions for our customers."

For more information about Forbes' list, log on to Forbes.com/Best-Large-Employers.

About Averitt Express

Averitt Express is a leading transportation employer with more than 100 locations throughout the United States. The company features many amenities to serve its driving force, such as state-of-the-art facilities, driver support centers for its over-the-road drivers, dynamic safety technology on its equipment, finishing schools and other training programs, and much more. It also has a strong benefits package, including health, dental and vision insurance, a company-funded profit sharing retirement plan, an incentive program for referrals, a uniform credit, and paid holidays. These benefits, combined with a team-oriented culture and opportunities for career growth, help Averitt show unity throughout its network and to its customers. For more information about Averitt, as well as a list of job openings, call 1-888-AVERITT or visit AverittCareers.com.